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Impact of Russian Sanctions on Equity Compensation and Potential Lessons to be LearnedMar 30, 2022
Amid war and crisis in the Ukraine caused by the Russian invasion, multinational businesses face decisions on the continuation of business in these countries. What's the impact on equity compensation plans in light of sanctions and counter-measures? -
Is Your Company’s Equity Program a Glass Ceiling?Mar 24, 2022
Your pay equity analysis should look at which employees are able to advance. Equity awards may be an important component in that assessment. -
Understanding the Nuances of Relative TSR AwardsMar 17, 2022
Companies that grant relative TSR awards have some important decisions to make about how the awards will work. Here are some features to consider. -
The New NASPP.com: Navigating Online Resources for Stock CompensationMar 15, 2022
The NASPP has a new online experience. Find out how to get your bearings for key aspects of the site in 10 minutes or less. -
A Better Way to Calculate VolatilityMar 10, 2022
Most companies use closing prices to calculate historical stock price volatility. It turns out that this might be a mistake. The blog entry explains why. -
Recent Trends in Global Stock and Incentive Plan Prevalence and PracticesMar 9, 2022
What does data from the NASPP/Deloitte Consulting Equity Incentives Plan Design Survey tell us about the prevalence of equity vehicles around the globe? This, along with specifics on what to monitor in the United Kingdom and Canada. -
4 Reasons Mega Grants Are ProblematicMar 3, 2022
Mega grants are flashy and newsworthy—but do they make sense? Here are four reasons we don’t think so. -
Clawback Updates: Freeze of Unvested Awards in the UK and Potential for Final Clawback Regulations in the USMar 2, 2022
A vesting freeze of a former executive's stock awards in the United Kingdom lays groundwork for a potential clawback. In the U.S., recent actions by the SEC suggest that clawback rules may be finalized in 2022. -
A Career in Compensation and DiversityFeb 24, 2022
Dana Hall shares her path from human resources major and intern to compensation professional. Plus her work to promote diversity at Designer Brands and the NASPP. -
Correcting Form 4 MistakesFeb 23, 2022
Sometimes mistakes are made when filing Forms 4. Here's how to correct them. -
Pros and Cons of Accelerating vs. Continuing Vesting Upon RetirementFeb 17, 2022
It’s common to pay out RSUs for retirees, but should payouts occur at the time of retirement or on the original vest dates? We examine the advantages of both approaches. -
4 Trends in Equity Award Usage and EligibilityFeb 15, 2022
What types of equity vehicles do public companies grant and who do they grant them to? -
Are You Ready for T+1?Feb 10, 2022
The securities industry is taking steps towards a T+1 settlement period—how will this affect your stock plan processes? -
Robinhood's Unusual Performance Award Metric for Founder RSUsFeb 7, 2022
Shortly prior to stock trading app Robinhood's IPO, the company issued performance-based RSUs to it's two co-founders with this unusual metric. -
New Data on the Gender Pay Gap and Stock CompensationFeb 2, 2022
Recent studies show marked differences in the amount of equity compensation awarded to men vs. women. -
Analysis of Rule 10b5-1 Proposed ChangesJan 31, 2022
The SEC has proposed draft legislation that would overhaul Rule 10b5-1. Learn more about what these changes may mean for your insiders. -
ISS Updates How Stock Plan Proposals Are EvaluatedJan 18, 2022
Are you submitting a stock plan proposal to a shareholder vote in 2022? Read up on the latest changes that ISS has made to its Equity Plan Scorecard. -
Year-End Tax Reporting for Mobile EmployeesJan 13, 2022
Marlene Zobayan of Rutlen Associates offers tips for ensuring that year-end tax reports are correct for mobile employees. -
4 Tech Tools to Try in 2022Jan 4, 2022
Tech tools to put your best foot forward as you head into the new year. -
SEC Targets Spring-Loaded Equity AwardsDec 16, 2021
Issuing grants in advance of an announcement that is going to give your stock price a boost? Make sure you know what the SEC thinks about this practice.